Looking to Purchase a Condo in Pattaya? Here are Some Things to Consider

Pattaya is truly the perfect location to consider moving into or investing in a condominium or apartment. Living right next to the beach is perhaps the biggest and most obvious benefit, but the extremely low cost of living as well as many conveniences and amenities that are within easy reach in Pattaya are also appealing advantages. Condominiums are by far the most popular and readily available form of accommodation in Pattaya, and they are expected to become even more popular as Pattaya continues to grow and thrive.

As in many areas of Thailand that have experienced rapid growth in their real estate markets, there are now thousands of condominium units available in Pattaya. Due to a somewhat complicated combination of factors, Pattaya condos can vary considerably in cost and potential return on investment. It can really be an overwhelming task to sift through all of the available options, particularly if you have not done at least a little homework in advance to clearly identify your own reasons for buying, personal preferences, and financial capabilities.

In order to make the smartest and safest decision, the most advisable course of action is to get in touch with the friendly and knowledgeable agents at East Coast Real Estate. With over 18 years of real estate experience specifically in Pattaya, our team members have all the expertise to advise and assist you with every aspect of choosing and purchasing your new condo.

In the meantime, we recommend that you refer to these simple guidelines, to help ensure that you are as well-informed as possible before proceeding any further with your plan to buy a condo in Pattaya.

When considering which type of condo to focus on in your search, there are three main factors to consider, all of them interrelated:

1. Why do you wish to purchase a condo in Pattaya? To live in yourself, or as an investment?

2. In which part of Pattaya are you interested in owning a condo?

3. What price range of condo can you afford to look at?

Of course this is a highly simplified check list, but nonetheless, it is the most powerful tool at your disposal for narrowing down your search. Of course, within each of these factors there are multiple considerations that interact with each other.

If you need a little more information to help you identify your answers to any or all of these questions, read on.

1. ARE YOU BUYING A CONDO AS AN INVESTMENT OR AS YOUR MAIN RESIDENCE?

This first decision alters the rest, but is also the easiest and clearest one to make.

There are two reasons for purchasing a condo: either as a home to live in or as an investment vehicle and/or revenue source. Pattaya is a great place to live and can be a fruitful place to make real estate investments, either for rent or for re-sale. There are also great opportunities to purchase land in what is still considered a burgeoning real estate market. Either way, you need to closely examine a couple of additional elements to ensure that your money is well spent.

2. WHAT IS THE LOCATION YOU ARE CONSIDERING?

When you are looking for a condo for sale in Pattaya there will definitely be many possible choices to consider, spanning from massive estates on the ocean to many more modest places located in the city. Your reason for buying is one of the most important factors that help us determine the most likely areas to begin searching for your ideal condo.

Because of our in-depth knowledge of the condo market in Pattaya, we are able to focus on all the elements of your situation and will suggest only the most likely possibilities for you to see. We take pride in our ability to make the whole experience as stress-free as possible by helping you to focus your search only on the properties that seem to be an excellent match for your requirements, also saving you time and money in the process.

You can also find plenty of useful information right here on this site, but nothing beats speaking with one of our experienced staff members who can offer you the best guidance and advice based on your specific circumstances.

3. WHAT IS YOUR PRICE RANGE?

Condominiums in Pattaya can vary in price dramatically, depending on many factors. Some of these are obvious, such as the condo’s location, amenities, and, proximity to transportation. Other less expected factors such as the desirability of the surrounding areas and even the age of the building can also all have an impact on the price. For a more detailed explanation on how various elements affect condo pricing, take a look at our helpful information page on buying a local property.

As Pattaya is definitely still a booming real estate market, East Coast Real Estate can also keep you informed on condos that are still under construction or will soon be ready to purchase, and that may offer special incentives to buyers or investors.

Even after carefully considering all of these factors, Pattaya’s real estate market can still be a tangled jungle of listings. Particularly if you are looking for your first condo, it can be confusing just thinking about where to start. Fortunately the friendly and experienced team members of East Coast Real Estate are standing by to take the confusion and stress out of your condo-shopping experience. With offices in central Pattaya, East Pattaya and Jomtien, we really do have the whole area covered, and are perfectly positioned to assist you with all of your condominium requirements.

As one of the most well-established real estate agencies in all of Pattaya, we are confidently your best choice for expertise and advice on Pattaya real estate. Thaiproperty.com can help you find that perfect condo, whether it is a compact bachelor pad, a luxury penthouse overlooking the beach, or almost anything in between.

You can be assured that you will be choosing from the greatest variety of options, as we have the largest selection of condos for sale in Pattaya. In addition, our professional staff will ensure that all of your questions will be answered, viewings will be arranged to suit you, and any additional requirements that may arise will be dealt with in the most efficient way.

We also provide knowledgeable and efficient after-sales service to help with special items such as insurance, renovation and security, after you’ve completed your purchase.